I sat by Your grave today and cried,
For all the things that should've been,
Then a little bird flew down and chirped beside me,
I watched as it spent three minutes of its life beside me,
and when it flew away I cried,
Because even though I knew it couldn't stay,
I wish I could have spent Forever watching it,
But still, I feel honoured to have seen it,
Even if only for three minutes.

For Patrick,
''we'll meet again in Tir na N-og''
Sj

Our darling babies, we wanted you so much and you were taken to be with God, We miss you both dearly and we will never forget you, you were in our lives for such a short time and you changed our lives for ever.
May you rest in peace our darling angel babies.

My lost love, a gentleman's gentleman, how I still miss you! Your friends all told me how you always cared about me & my feelings for you once you FINALLY told me about your real life. It's ok though, I was naive and that worked for both of us pretty well I think. It was probably best that you waited to tell me until you were really sure that Richard would always take care of me like you always did before you revealed all. We really had some wonderful times though, didn't we? Now, that I reflect back on those crazy years 1963-1969, it was meant to be. I'm just so, so sorry that the most dreaded disease of all times--Aids, had to take you away, and there was nothing I could do to help you. I hung in there as long as I could the night you died. But, I hope you'll forgive me for not staying until the end, I couldn't do it. I still remember all 'our songs' and hope you hear me saying "Hello, David" every time I hear "Shout" by the Isley Brothers, and "So Happy Together" by the Turtles among others. I wish I really knew the truth about Jimmy T. Last Christmas when I brought the Poinsettias to you, your Mother & my parents, I was shocked to find out that Jimmy has no plaque on his grave at Arlington. He's buried next to his father, but I went to the cemetary office just to make sure I was at the right grave. I was, and no marker at all. I ended up finding an old glass vase and putting it in a small depression to hold his flowers. I think we were right about him, and he never admitted it. Too bad, I really think he was really sad, and we probably could have helped him. If you see him, (and you know I believe you can) please tell him I still love him. Let Mama, Daddy, Nezie, Bill, & Mildred, know I never forget them or the things they taught me. I will continue to love them all, and hope one day we're all together again. Give my special love to my granddaughter Tiffani Lea Nicole Coke (Stacie's daughter). Please find her if you can. David, you'll always be my special love and special friend and I hope I have pleased you by my actions in the court action against your last will and testament & how I have lived since then. I have no more feelings what so ever for your brother since the trial. I feel like he spit in your face, your Dad, too. If anyone who reads this knew David G. O'Shields of Atlanta, Georgia, call me--I am in the book. David was one of the most special people in my life. Love, Elaine H.(Hazelrigs) Manross 02/01/00

Melinda was a great daughter,sister,mother,and aunt. She always gave her whole heart to you. She always had a way of making you feel so special. She had 2 wonderful children who have made her so proud. Shes been sick for awhile and no doctor could ever figure out what was exectly wrong with her. And then she passed away, and now she will be missed so much. She was the greatest aunt i could ever ask for. I miss her voice the smell of her hair. The way she would always rub my nose. We had a stuffed animal that we would pass back and forth whenever we wern't feeling well and i wish she would of had it when she passed away, maybe she wouldn't of been so sad. I will always love her her with all my heart.

Dear Daddy, This poem is for you and Mother for I know that you are both in that city of light together forever but your memories will live on in our hearts until we see you both again. For John Marion Lee Osborn and Lillie Bass Osborn- the best parents anyone could ever have. I love you and miss you both so very much.

GOSSAMER MEMORIES

Death is but a dream and upon our awakening we will find light without end and sweet joy for the taking. This life will be as nothing- a moment lost in time. A hand full of dust and ashes is all we will leave behind with the exception of some memories left to those who loved us- memories sweet and tender, tied with heartstrings, wrapped in stardust.

Written in both of your memories by your daughter, Patricia Osborn Orton

Dearest Mother, The poem- Gossamer Memories- that is with Daddy's memorial was written in memory of both you and him. Your passing is so recent that it still hurts each time I think of it but I know that you are with the Lord and that you and Daddy are together again forever even though not in the same relationship that you had here on this earth but the important thing is, I know that you are both with the Lord. I love and miss you so much. Your loving daughter, Patrica Osborn Orton.

Amanda and I did not always get along well. We fought more than most close friends do. Now that she is gone though, I miss her. Not for the times when I felt close to her, but for the times when we competed. The times when we were actually clawing at each other. I miss her, the person. She was young. If it was not for the accident one day she would have been famous for her singing or acting. She was not like a light that went out of the world to me, but she was like sunglasses keeping the light from hurting me. I miss you, Amanda. You were wonderful.

I miss you more and more each day.
I love you more than anything as do Gemma, Leanne, Dale you will be with us always and forever.
You where the best dad anyone could have asked for and loosing you has effected us so much, I wish you didn't have to go. You will always be the best dad and i hope your proud of us.

Love your Children

Rebecca , Gemma, Leanne and Dale

To our Dearest Father, Terry, who passed away unexpectedly (aged 58) after a short illness, you will be sadly missed by your sons Andrew, Mark and Step-Sister Kimbra. You leave behind your wife, Maureen. Dad, don't worry, I will be strong at your funeral and I will look after the family in the future. I hope you are happy and have found peace. You are with other people you love now - your daughter (our sister) Diana, Granddad Enright and Walter. God Bless. Your ever loving son Andrew xxx

Retired President of Local 10 GCIU (formerly Toronto Printing Pressmans and Asst. Union). Suddenly at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie on Wednesday, September 24, 1997, Tom Osborne, husband of the late Alice Osborne. Loving father of Frances Drohan and Bill and his wife Sharon. Grandfather of Karen and Steve Kenyon, Rob Osborne, Kim Osborne-Bourke, Tom and Dana Osborne, Laura and Tim Dougherty and James Gignac. Great-Grandfather to Ryan, Daniel, Jackie, Jacob, Tyler, Jessica and Jonathon. Also survived by loving sister Harriet Forbes. The family will receive friends at SCOTT FUNERAL HOME "GEORGIAN CHAPEL", 264 Burton Ave., Barrie from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday where the service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, September 27th at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. His soul is now free We will miss him immensely!!

Hope behind fears Smiles under tears Hurt overwhelms Still time drones on. Bittersweet memories Live within The pain never ends Just dulls into each beat of your heart. Time does get easier But you never forget The aching never ends It just becomes part of your life. You ask why But the answers never come Illusions of immortality Shattered unfairly Each moment more precious Than you'll ever know. Realized too late, I just wish I had the chance to say good-bye. Michelle Neuhold Grandad, I miss you immensely. Thursday will mark your 86th birthday, the boys want to sing Happy Birthday to you.....they just don't understand that you are gone. I know you're spirit is with me wherever I go, you can finally be happy to be with Grandma again. I love you with all my heart and soul...............Kim

Fond memories of a dear father. Many years may have passed since I saw you last, but you are still in my thoughts every day

Dearest Dad,
I miss you so much, especially today...as you would have finally made it to 90! You were such a blessing to have in our lives. You saw only the good in other people. The love, wisdom and patient guidance you gave to all of us children will never be forgotten. I miss the beautiful accordion music. It's so sad to go to the house now and not hear you playing...and your chair looks so empty. You were always making other people happy. You gave us such neat nicknames and made each one of us feel special. We loved your jokes and wonderful sense of humor. I know that you are at peace, but I still have a sad heart. I pray someday we will be together again.
With Love,
Lady Barbara

This is a memorial to my grandfather, 'Jaja' whom I miss terribly. He was a significant part of my life growing up He always had a game of cards ready to play when we stopped to visit, not to mention a good joke or two. He had a wonderful sense of humor, was compassionate and never had a bad thing to say about anybody. He was deeply religious and I truly believe God sent him as a saint in disguise.
He fought a 3 month battle with brain tumors and refused to give up. He loved to talk and I think he hung on so long because he loved the company that was constantly by his bedside.
I hope you are near me and watching over me. I hope someday we will see each other again.

May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

With love,
Your Granddaughter, Lori Karn
April 14, 2001
He is loved and missed by everyone.

Kimberley was born with Angel wings on 14th September 1990.
Her due date was 28th December.
She was just 25 weeks into pregnancy when complications arose & God called for her.

Kimberley was just too beautiful for this world.

Kimberley was our 3rd daughter.
Her big sisters being Samantha & Rebecca.
Daniel was born 2 years after.

Not a day goes by that she is not thought of or missed.
Time does not heal as time never forgets.
The heart too does not heal...but life has to go on.

One day we'll be reunited as one.
Two hearts...One soul.
MY baby.

Dad:
We'll miss you very much. I know you are with Grand Dad, Shelly and God but I wish you were here with us. Someday I will see you again. Love for Eternity: Graham, Beth, Crystal & Colin.

Bobby Boy,
Words cannot even begin to express the loss I feel over losing you. No child should ever die. You were too good for this world son. This world didn’t deserve you. I have never been as proud of anything in my life as I am of you. You made my chest swell with pride while you were here, and now you break my heart by being gone forever. I have to search hard each day when I wake up for a reason to continue to live on. All I really want is to be with you again. I would have done anything for you. Just hang tight and I’m sure it won’t be that much longer before I’m with you again. The years go by fast now and I ride my Harley fast too. One of the two will get me to where you are before long.

Laura Lee Ostrem age 46 died of sarcoma cancer december 8th of 2002,my bestfriend and co-pilot,bartender,grandmother,trippen travler,i will ever know -U are loved and missed!!!!!

A brief & flickering whisper, this beautiful child leaves us a legacy of perfect love. We will always ache for you, but take joy and comfort in your freedom and peace.